US Bridges

US 12 over Creek Twin Canyon

Good

Lewis County, Washington · 2.6 E JCT SR 122 · Structure no. 0007973B0000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
410 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,771
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 12 over Creek Twin Canyon is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 12 over Creek Twin Canyon in Lewis County, Washington. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,771 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,801 by 2039. The structure is 410 ft (125 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 12
CrossesCreek Twin Canyon
Location2.6 E JCT SR 122
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates46.54036, -122.43436
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length410 ft (125 m)
Longest span162 ft (49.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,771 (2023)
Projected traffic5,801 by 2039
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$7.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 12 over Creek Twin Canyon built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 12 over Creek Twin Canyon in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does US 12 over Creek Twin Canyon carry?

About 4,771 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US 12 over Creek Twin Canyon?

The structure is 410 ft (125 m) long with a longest span of 162 ft (49.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns US 12 over Creek Twin Canyon?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.